DNS & DNS-based routing · AWS vs Google Cloud
Route 53 private hosted zones vs Cloud DNS
Route 53 private hosted zones map to Cloud DNS private zones, visible to the VPC networks you authorize.
Side-by-side comparison
| Aspect | Amazon Web Services | Google Cloud |
|---|---|---|
| Service | Route 53 private hosted zones | Cloud DNS |
| Lifecycle | Generally available | Generally available |
| What it is | DNS zones that resolve only inside the VPCs you associate with them. | Managed authoritative DNS with public and private zones, DNSSEC, forwarding, and server policies. |
| Pricing model | Per hosted zone per month plus queries. | Charged per managed zone per month plus per query. |
| Docs | Route 53 private hosted zones docs | Cloud DNS docs |
| Pricing page | Route 53 private hosted zones pricing | Cloud DNS pricing |
Key differences
- Private zones can be shared across networks with DNS peering.
Pricing summary
Pricing models only. No prices are quoted because they change by region and over time.
- AWS
- Per hosted zone per month plus queries. Route 53 private hosted zones pricing →
- GCP
- Charged per managed zone per month plus per query. Cloud DNS pricing →
And on Azure?
Direct match Azure's equivalent is Azure Private DNS zones. AWS vs Azure comparison →
FAQ
What is the Google Cloud equivalent of Route 53 private hosted zones?
Route 53 private hosted zones map to Cloud DNS private zones, visible to the VPC networks you authorize.
How does pricing compare between Route 53 private hosted zones and Cloud DNS?
AWS: Per hosted zone per month plus queries. Google Cloud: Charged per managed zone per month plus per query. Check the official pricing pages for current rates.
What is the Azure equivalent?
Azure Private DNS zones (direct match). Route 53 private hosted zones map to Azure Private DNS zones, linked to virtual networks.